Registered Nurse (RN) - Charge Nurse

Memorial Physician Practices; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

Peak Rehabilitation Hospital in the Raleigh/Durham area, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) - Charge Nurse to lead daily clinical operations and support an interdisciplinary team in a 52-bed inpatient rehab setting.

You will oversee staffing, admissions, patient flow, and care coordination while maintaining high standards of patient safety and documentation. North Carolina licensure, ADN, and CPR/BLS are required; BSN and CRRN are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a North Carolina or compact RN license.
• ADN from an accredited nursing program is required.
• CPR/BLS certification is required.
• CRRN certification is preferred.
• BSN degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in rehabilitation or acute care.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily clinical operations and ensures continuity of care across departments.
• Provides leadership and serves as primary clinical resource for staff, physicians, and teams.
• Implements staffing plans and prioritizes patient care activities during shifts.
• Coordinates admissions, patient flow and room placement.
• Ensures safe, effective, patient-centered care and accurate documentation.
• Supports Interdisciplinary Care Plans and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

RN

Leadership

Clinical judgment

Communication

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

CRRN certification preferred

Job description

Your experience matters

Peak Rehabilitation Hospital

is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) - Charge Nurse joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

More about our team

Peak Rehabilitation Hospital

is a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital serving the Raleigh/Durham and Apex communities. Operated in partnership with Lifepoint Health, Duke Health, and WakeMed, our interdisciplinary team is dedicated to helping patients recover, regain independence, and improve their quality of life in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

How you'll contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) - Charge Nurse who excels in this role:

• Oversees daily clinical operations and ensures continuity of care across departments
• Serves as the primary clinical resource for staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams
• Provides leadership, guidance, and support to nursing staff during assigned shifts
• Assesses unit needs and prioritizes staffing assignments and patient care activities
• Coordinates admissions, patient flow, and room placement
• Ensures delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care
• Monitors patient care activities to reduce risk and prevent errors
• Provides direct patient care as needed based on unit demands
• Ensures accurate, timely, and compliant documentation
• Oversees completion and accuracy of Interdisciplinary Care Plans
• Supports Quality Indicator (QI) processes and performance improvement initiatives
• Promotes adherence to hospital policies, regulatory standards, and best practices
• Supports staff development, education, and a positive work environment
• Assists with staffing, scheduling, productivity, and operational workflows

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current North Carolina or Compact State RN license and possess an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include CPR/BLS certification required:

• CPR/BLS certification required
• CRRN certification preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Minimum of two years of experience in rehabilitation or acute care setting required
• Previous leadership or charge nurse experience preferred
• Strong leadership, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Schedule: FT Nights 7p - 7a and rotating weekends/on-call/holidays

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off
• Financial & Career Growth: Tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) with company match
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including virtual care and discount programs
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Lisa Lambert by emailing [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

\"Peak Rehabilitation Hospitalis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Peak Rehabilitation Hospitalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.